In a boat or in a bathtub?

 Does it look like this woman is in a tub or on a boat..or a hammock..does it matter?

Naked on a Boat

I think this would be fun to lie on a boat naked..I think so, but in truth, I wouldn't do it. ..too worried about getting a sunburn in places that you really shouldn't. Perhaps some sea creature would nip at my toe..or maybe the coast guard would come by "Need help Lady? Oh, how embarrassing that would be. So, no I won't lie naked in a boat, but this girl is doing it..without a care in the world, good for her...maybe one day I'll find the courage.

Rain Drops Keep Falling on my Head

The weather has been a little wetter than usual this spring in Nova Scotia. The farmers are worried as they are a week behind in planting...But this girl is not going to let it get her down. Off she goes, well protected...brave soul.

Fish in a Boat

Why is there a fish on a boat? Did he get tired of swimming and need a break? Is there a squashed fisherman under this rather large fish? So many questions...if that fish could talk....

Headless Ballerinas

These two headless ballerinas were shipped off yesterday to The Moorings Gallery in Mahone Bay for a show of the gallery artists beginning May 7th. Why are they headless one might ask? Good question. Not exactly sure..I just know  that is how they popped into my head, so that is how I sketched it. And why the interest in ballerinas?? Another good question I am not too sure I know the answer to.

I am always impresssed  by artists who can talk about their work and explain the mysteries..but I am not there yet..I apologize.

Are you ready for bed?

This lady was just delivered to Harvest Gallery in Wolfville NS. She was hooked with recycled wool, sari-ribbon and yarn and she is innocently asking the question "Are you ready for bed?

Are you ready for bed? (29" x 15")

Cheeky biography

		Age:		Generation X'er
		Current Residence:		Truro, Nova Scotia
		Married:		I have one husband.
		Children:		Two: our daughter’s name means “LIFE” and our son’s name means “PEACE” and so we have a peaceful life.
		Highest level of education:		BSc Honour’s in Chemistry from Carleton University in Ottawa
		Why Chemistry?		My chemistry professor in 2nd year said I had potential, but in 4th year he asked “what happened to you?”
		Present Occupation:		Hooker.
		Pardon Me?		Oh... I mean RUG hooker!
		Why Rug Hooking?		In the 70’s, I had a very close encounter with burlap (the backing I use). I wore a cave woman costume made out of burlap for a figure skating show. It must have had a profound affect on me.
		But seriously, why rug hooking?		About 10 years ago, I went to a rug hooking exhibit and I just knew I wanted to make rugs. I didn’t really like the patterns I could buy; so I designed my own. I have to hook; I get cranky if I don’t.
		Why do you use recycled wool?		Because a pair of wool pants from Frenchies has more personality to it than new wool from a bolt.
		Why do you use recycled sari ribbon?		To support a women’s collective in Nepal.
		Favourite quote		“Art is what I like.” (author unknown to me)
		Where do you hook?		In the toyroom/studio. When a potential buyer comes over, I quickly stash the toys in the closet and put on some funky clothes so I look like an artist.
		What do you hope to accomplish with your art?		World Peace.

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Good News in the Mail

I received a letter yesterday from the Minister of Communities, Culture and Heritage informing me that my application had been successful for the Nova Scotia Art Bank Purchase Program...and they have purchased TOILET LADY ...or Morning Routine, which coincidentally is the rug I just mentioned in the previous post. So, I am a happy camper to say the least ..and thank you so much to the province for this program and the help it gives Nova Scotian artists.

Morning Routine

Morning Routine (18x34")

Last year, while preparing for the Nova Scotia Folk Art Festival, I kept asking myself "What is Folk Art? . One of the answers that kept popping up was that it is art which depicts everyday life. ..and so, I was inspired to hook an everyday occurance..Toilet Lady...or Morning Routine. This gal got lots of giggles at the Folk Art Festival and if The Art Bank Of Nova Scotia passes on purchasing her, she will be available for sale at the Harvest Gallery in Wolville, NS.

On the Line

         It always makes me happy to see the freshly dyed wool drying on the line..not sure why, it just does.

Weighing In

weighing in

                               I can relate to this girl, as she stands on the scale waiting to see the verdict.

Trees

trees..the way I want them to look

Every year at this time, I start wanting the leaves to come back on the trees. I have imagined myself cutting out paper leaves and going around from tree to tree with tape in hand...but then  the tape wouldn't hold when it rained, the paper leaves would fall to the ground and then I would have to start all over again. So, instead I have hooked some trees..trees with life...a much more productive endeavor.

The Process

1. Draw fish on burlap

2. Pick the colours.

3. Hook, hook and hook some more and voila, a fish